Can You Make Your Job More Enjoyable?

Is your job getting you down? Don't worry, you're not alone. A massive sixty per cent of US citizens have said they would choose a different career if given the opportunity.

That speaks volumes about our happiness in the workplace. So if you've not just been experiencing the occasional bad day at work, but rather your job has been making you unhappy for a while, perhaps it's time for something new. But before you make any rash decisions, first stand back and look at the big picture.

Ask yourself:

• Is it this particular job that's making you unhappy or is it the industry that you're in as a whole?
• Do you like the company you're working for and what they stand for?

Also, before you rush to hand in your notice, consider another question. Can you make your job much more enjoyable by making just a few simple changes? You may not be able to change your boss, your colleagues or the tasks you're told to complete, but you can change some things.

Be More Organised Clutter causes chaos.

If you're disorganised it may be causing you huge anxiety without you even realizing it. Are you always spending your time trying to track down emails and find important documents? If you clear away the mess, you will clear away the stress.

Less Stress

Speaking of stress, try to find some time each day to relax. If you only loosen up at the end of the week then you will be spending a lot of your life feeling anxious, which is very damaging for your health. And it is a rotten way to spend your time. So try to find ways to remain calm at work.

Look After Your Body

It may seem an easy solution to grab a chocolate bar each day from the snack machine and a coffee from the canteen, but the more junk you put in your body, the worse you will feel in the long run. Try fuelling your body with healthy alternatives. You'll feel much more energetic and ready to take on the day.

Improve Work Relationships

You have to see your colleagues every day. So try your best to get along with the other members of the team. Be empathetic if someone is dealing with personal problems   we all have a private life outside of work. Also try to notice when people need you to give them space or, alternatively, lend an ear.

Written by Chima Kanu of Circle Square Talent -Finance & Accounting Recruitment